Sales Engineer - Wet Filtration

A leading player in advanced filtration and separation solutions is looking for a Process Filtration Sales Engineer to drive technical sales, process optimisation, and regional growth across South Africa and the wider African mining market.

This role is ideal for a highly technical engineer with deep experience in solidliquid separation, filtration equipment, EPCM engagement, and African export markets. Youll lead customer-facing technical work, support capital projects, and grow market share across consumables and capital filtration equipment.

• Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree required
• Essential: Hands-on experience with filtration systems (filter presses, HVBF, disc filters, drum filters, consumables, etc.)
• 35+ years in technical sales within mining, process engineering, or industrial sectors
• Proven experience working with EPCMs and mining houses
• Strong background in process optimisation, audits, troubleshooting, and design
• Experience selling into African markets with willingness to travel
• Valid drivers licence + own vehicle
• Computer literacy: MS Office, online meetings, technical documentation, costing
• English essential; French highly advantageous

• 35+ years experience in technical sales within mining, mineral processing, or heavy industry, with a strong focus on wet filtration and solidliquid separation.
• Proven ability to sell, specify, and support filtration consumables and equipment (e.g. filter presses, vacuum belt filters, disc/drum filters)
• Conduct site assessments and trials
• Work with EPCMs and mining houses, manage key accounts, prepare technical proposals and tenders
• Develop new business locally and across African markets
• Strong process understanding, commercial awareness, and the ability to translate complex filtration challenges into practical, value-driven solutions are essential.

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